QUICK SODA CRACKERS

      Title: QUICK SODA CRACKERS
  Categories: Crackers
       Yield: 80 Servings
  
       4 c  All-purpose flour
       4 ts Salt
       1 tb Baking powder
     1/4 c  Plus 2 Tablespoons
            Shortening
   1 1/2 c  Water
            Salt for the tops (opt.)
  
   "These crackers cannot truly duplicate the lightness of traditional
   soda crackers, but they take a fraction of the time to make, and they
   are delicious in their own right. Plain, slightly biscuity crackers,
   they go well with soups or stews. 350~ F 25 to 30 minutes Preheat the
   oven to 350~ F. In the food processor or a large bowl, combine the
   flour, salt, and baking powder. Cut the shortening into the flour
   until the mixture resembles coarse meal. Add the water, little by
   little, and blend to form a dough that will hold together in a
   cohesive ball. Divide the dough into 3 equal portions for rolling. On
   a floured surface or pastry cloth, roll out to a rectangle
   approximately 1/4 inch thick and position so the long edge runs
   horizontally in front of you. Fold the left third of the dough over
   the center third. Likewise, fold the right third over the center. The
   dough is now in 3 layers with the seam running vertically. Give the
   dough a quarter turn so the seam now runs horizontally. Roll out
   again to a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick. Fold and turn the dough
   again as in the first step. You are now ready for the final rolling.
   Roll the dough out somewhat thinner this time, about 1/8 inch thick.
   If desired, sprinkle the top lightly and evenly with salt and roll
   over it lightly with the rolling pin. With a sharp knife, cut into
   2-inch squares and place them on an ungreased baking sheet. Prick
   each square 2 or 3 times with the tines of a fork. Bake for 25 to 30
   minutes, or until lightly browned. Cool on a rack. Yield:  80-85.
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